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1600 W Bradley AveChampaign, IL 61821
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Garden Court
1001-1021 Francis DrChampaign, IL 61821
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1003-1011 S Mattis AveChampaign, IL 61821
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303 W Green StChampaign, IL 61820
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936 Waterview WayChampaign, IL 61822
What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much
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214 E Clark St
214 E Clark StChampaign, IL 61820
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Lincolnshire West
1515 W Kirby AveChampaign, IL 61821
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The Quarters
11 E Columbia AveChampaign, IL 61820
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106 S 4th St
106 S 4th StChampaign, IL 61820
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901 S 1st St
901 S 1st StChampaign, IL 61820
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Town & Country Apartments
1032 Kerr Ave EUrbana, IL 61802
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Element on Main
502 W Main StUrbana, IL 61801
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Sterling on First
117 Sterling CtSavoy, IL 61874
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809 W California Ave
809 W California AveUrbana, IL 61801
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604 S Lincoln Ave
604 S Lincoln AveUrbana, IL 61801
Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting
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Champaign, IL Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Champaign?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Champaign Studio Apartments | $1,504 | $615 | $2,470 |
| Champaign 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,316 | $499 | $2,200 |
| Champaign 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,436 | $685 | $2,655 |
| Champaign 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,511 | $605 | $2,900 |
| Champaign 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,517 | $635 | $3,800 |
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From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.
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Champaign, ILPopulation: 88,029
Ranked #377
in US Census Population by City
Best Local Schools in Champaign, IL
Westview Elementary School
Champaign Community Unit School District 4
Public School - Grades K-5 (432)
6 out of 10
Centennial High School
Champaign Community Unit School District 4
Public School - Grades 9-12 (1389)
5 out of 10
Jefferson Middle School
Champaign Community Unit School District 4
Public School - Grades 6-8 (705)
6 out of 10
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Champaign Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Champaign?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Champaign is under $895.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Champaign?
The cheapest apartment in Champaign is Parker Glen which is listed at $499, while the average apartment in Champaign costs $2,025.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Champaign?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 49 regular apartments in Champaign that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Champaign?
Cheap apartments in Champaign have an average cost of $1,197 which is $828 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Champaign.
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Apartment Occupancy Rates: Renter Attraction vs Renter Retention
Written by: Robin Stewart
There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.
How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide
Written by: Robin Stewart
Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.
Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.
Creative Ways Developers Reimagine Retail Spaces as Residential Units
Written by: Robin Stewart
Adaptive reuse is when a commercial property is converted and repurposed. The real estate industry has embraced a growing number of these projects.